Our Favorite Small Expedition Cruise Ships

Grand Majestic is the only modern mega-yacht cruising the Galapagos. This elegantly sporty yacht is the fastest in the Islands and offers high-quality service, a Master Suite, and luxurious social areas to make your trip a once in a lifetime experience.

The Grand Ocean Spray is a modern power motor catamaran sailing the Galapagos Islands. Built for 16 guests, it offers panoramic balcony suites, a spa, and attentive service from 12 crew members. The ship is carbon-neutral, equipped with solar panels, and designed for sustainable cruising.

MV Discoverer is a boutique expedition vessel built for polar exploration, combining comfort with authentic expedition capability. Carrying just 140 guests, the ship offers elegant ocean-view staterooms, wellness facilities, outdoor jacuzzis, and spacious viewing decks designed for unforgettable wildlife encounters in Antarctica and the Arctic.

The Seaman Journey is a first class catamaran offering luxurious cruises of the Galapagos. With superior comfort, style and stability, her 16 guests will enjoy the numerous on board amenities in addition to the exploration of these islands.

Experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic-chic ambiance with luxury service. Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel.

The latest addition to the Discovery Yacht fleet, Scenic Eclipse II, stands proudly as a sister ship to Scenic Eclipse. It boasts enhanced wellness experiences at the luxurious Senses Spa, a stunning new Sky Bar, and a refreshing Vitality pool on Deck 10. This remarkable vessel explores the captivating southern hemisphere, including the uncharted territories of East Antarctica, Australia, the South Pacific, and Asia.

The Emerald Star offers comfortable accommodations and an unforgettable sailing experience while navigating the Rhine, Main, Danube, and the Moselle Rivers. Sail through some of Europe?s most magical stretches of water and explore many of the continent?s most enchanting cities. The vessel's capacity is an intimate 180 guests and the ship offers a selection of wonderful amenities and features. 

The Harmony G is a modern vessel with a sleek high-tech look very similar to the private yachts to be found in the famous ports of the world. She was launched in January 2001 and complies with the most stringent safety regulations while its powerful engines and state of the art stabilizers allow for safe and comfortable cruising.

World Voyager can cater to up to 198 guests with refined accommodations, globally inspired gourmet dining, and premium cocktails. Take an extraordinary Antarctica experience to the fullest and in the shortest amount of time. The new Drake Express option lets you fly straight into King George Island off the coast of Antarctica and over the Drake Passage.

Exceeding every prospect the Infinity Luxury Yacht offers high performance, unrivaled comfort, respect for the environment and stunning style to make your cruise unforgettable. Sail through the Galapagos Islands and delight your senses with one of the world´s most desired destinations.

Ocean Victory is a modern expedition ship built for comfort, sustainability, and adventure, carrying just 186 guests with its innovative X-BOW design for smooth sailing in icy waters. All cabins feature ocean views—most with private balconies. With 18 Zodiacs for landings and wildlife encounters, plus amenities like two restaurants, a Nordic bar, a spa, fitness room, infinity pool, and jacuzzis, the ship blends exploration with luxury.

The Coral Discoverer is an expedition style cruise ship large enough to provide all the comforts of a larger cruise ship, yet small enough to enable access reef and island sites inaccessible to other vessels.